Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1
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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS10

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Below is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and FH1 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S6200 was released 20 months later than the FH1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S6200 grades versus the FH1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Panasonic FH1
S6200 | FH1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 20 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Nikon S6200
FH1 | S6200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic FH1
S6200 | FH1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 enjoys external measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S6200 and the FH1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and FH1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6200 and FH1.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6200 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher S6200 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 163 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $229 | $150 |